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Jeju Yakcheonsa Temple (약천사(제주))

Jeju Yakcheonsa Temple (약천사(제주))

15.4Km    2024-03-12

293-28, Ieodo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-738-5000

Jeju Yakcheonsa Temple is the largest temple in Asia. Originally a small hermitage named Yaksuam, it was named Yakcheonsa because of a famous mineral spring  ('Yaksu') nearby. It enshrines tombstones of two royal couples from the Joseon Dynasty: King Munjong and his consort, and King Yeongchin and his consort. The temple also offers temple stays for both Koreans and foreigners.

Seogwipo Recreational Forest (서귀포자연휴양림)

Seogwipo Recreational Forest (서귀포자연휴양림)

15.6Km    2020-08-13

882, 1100-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-738-4544

Seogwipo Recreational Forest is Korea’s southernmost recreational park that serves as an excellent nature getaway by preserving the mountain’s forest environment and ecosystem while minimalizing manmade structures as much as possible. The park is located approximately 700 meters above sea level, and is 10 °C lower in average temperature compared to that of Seogwipo’s downtown, providing the ideal condition to enjoy forest bathing and camping from spring to fall. The park is easily accessible by car, thanks to the paved road from the mountain’s foothills all the way up to the park’s entrance. It takes about 30 minutes by car from Seogwipo’s downtown to the recreational park. The park is densely packed with trees and the air is filled with the refreshing forest scent, and even has a pebble walking trail suitable for a barefoot massage. The forest is equipped with amenities such as a mountain cottage, forest bathing site, campfire site, cooking area, and auto-camping site. Although the amenities serve to provide visitors’ convenience, they are minimized so as to prevent damage to the forest’s natural environment.

Jungmun Equestrian Park (중문승마공원)

15.8Km    2024-01-09

244 Ieodo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Jungmun Equestrian Park is where visitors can experience horseback riding while looking at the sea, and even beginners can enjoy horseback riding without any concerns. Visitors can choose between a walking course that takes 10–15 minutes and a Beach Olle course that takes 20–25 minutes. The Beach Olle course has a beautiful ocean view and reaches its peak in spring when canola flowers are in full bloom. It is operated under a reservation system in principle, but walk-in is also accepted on a first-come,first-served basis. Visitors are advised to call in advance as programs are subject to cancellation in case of adverse weather.

Yeongsil Trail (Hallasan National Park) (한라산 영실)

Yeongsil Trail (Hallasan National Park) (한라산 영실)

16.0Km    2024-03-11

246, Yeongsil-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-713-9950

Yeongsil Trail is renowned as the shortest yet the best one for its beautiful scenery among those of Hallasan Mountain. It is 5.8 kilometers and takes approximately 2 hour and 30 minutes to get to the destination. Starting from Yeongsil Rest Area, an uphill path emerges along steep mountain ridges to reach the Nambyeok Watershed. With its steep and flat parts, the hike is easy enough for children. It's a wonderful way to appreciate the lush forest and beautiful scenery.

Sono Calm Jeju (소노 캄 제주)

Sono Calm Jeju (소노 캄 제주)

16.2Km    2024-10-16

6347-17, Iljudong-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-2-1588-4888

Sono Calm Jeju is located by the southern coast of Jeju Island. The resort complex has a beautiful garden and a walking path along the beach. It is also fully equipped with relaxation, leisure, and entertainment facilities, and business centers.

Sono Calm Jeju has three lodging facilities: Shineville, Luxury, and Royalville buildings. The rooms in Shineville and Luxury are hotel rooms that are inspired by neo-classic designs while the Royalville offers an ocean-view villa-style room for a more personal feel. Some of the facilities available include a fitness club, restaurants, karaoke, cocktail bar, saunas, an outdoor swimming pool, banquet hall, and more.

Keun Gaetmul Hoetjip (큰갯물횟집)

Keun Gaetmul Hoetjip (큰갯물횟집)

16.5Km    2019-05-22

161, Daepo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-738-1625

Located in Daepohang Hoe Town, an area where ‘hoe’ (sliced raw fish) restaurants are gathered, is Keun Gaetmul Hoetjip, a two-story modern restaurant with a large parking space and a great view of the ocean.
The exceptionally hygienic condition of the restaurant and the kitchen is quite impressive.

Joanne Bear Museum (조안베어뮤지엄)

16.9Km    2022-10-13

113, Daepo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-739-1024

Joanne Bear Museum located in Jungmun Resort Complex in Seogwipo-si, on Jeju-do Island is a gallery exhibition hall for Joanne Oh, a world-famous teddy bear artist. The museum, which boasts the motto “nature and environmentalism", showcases teddy bears that are made of all-natural materials. The eco-friendly pieces mimic the natural beauty of Jeju Island and give visitors a feeling of comfort and refreshment.

Saryeoni Forest Trail (사려니숲길)

17.2Km    2024-10-17

Entrance of Bulgeun Oreum, Gasi-ri, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-900-8800

Saryeoni Forest Trail cuts through the dense Japanese cedar forest growing between Mulchat Oreum and Saryeoni Oreum, starting from the entrance on Regional Road 1112. While the vast majority of the trees growing here are Japanese cedar, visitors can also see Japanese oak, birch, snowbell trees, and cypress trees along this 550-meter-long trail. The forest trail is known as one of Jeju's top 31 hidden attractions, and is well-known as being very protected. It is very popular among tourists who enjoy hiking and the outdoors.

Pyoseon Sehwa Haenyeoui Jip (표선세화해녀의집)

Pyoseon Sehwa Haenyeoui Jip (표선세화해녀의집)

17.3Km    2024-02-20

41 Minsokhaean-ro, Pyoseon-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Pyoseon Sehwa Haenyeoui Jip is a restaurant renowned for its fresh Jeju seafood dishes, complemented by the picturesque views of the romantic Pyeoseon Coastal Road. The standout menu item is the braised cutlassfish, prepared with fresh Jeju-grown cutlassfish and other seafood harvested by Sehwari haenyeos. Diners can savor views of the sea and Hallasan Mountain from the restaurant. Situated on Pyeoseon Coastal Road, along the route of Jeju Olle Course 4, the location offers a tranquil and cozy ambiance.

Seogwipo Gasiri Village (Noksan-ro Canola Flower Road) (서귀포 가시리마을 (녹산로 유채꽃도로))

Seogwipo Gasiri Village (Noksan-ro Canola Flower Road) (서귀포 가시리마을 (녹산로 유채꽃도로))

17.3Km    2024-01-09

20 Gasi-ro 565beon-gil, Pyoseon-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Seogwipo Gasiri Village is where canola flowers and cherry blossoms bloom simultaneously over a 10-kiliometer section from its access road every April, boasting a picturesque driving route. The combination of yellow canola flowers and light pink cherry blossoms is very special. Selected as one of the “100 Beautiful Roads in Korea,” Gasiri Noksan-ro Road is a road that passes through Noksanjang and Gammajang, which were the best horse farms of the Joseon period, and is currently one of the best canola flower roads in Jeju. As such, it is called the "First Sight of the Ten Sights of Gasiri Village." In addition, visitors can enjoy beautiful natural scenery unique to Jeju, such as Ttarabioreum and Keunsaseumioreum Parastic Cones.